Canal Motorboats

Rent a 50-person saloon boat in Amsterdam

New in our fleet: a spacious saloon boat for groups up to 50 people

Please note: the photos on this page serve as an impression. The actual boat may differ depending on availability.

Layout options on board

  • Standing drinks / reception: up to 50 people
  • Walking dinner or buffet: up to 35 people
  • Seated dinner: up to 25 people

What is included with the 50-person saloon boat

  • Exclusive use of the saloon boat for your group
  • Professional captain from Amsterdam
  • Toilet on board
  • Bar on board, optional with unlimited drinks
  • Various catering arrangements possible
  • Host on board for service and support

Indicative rates for the 50-person saloon boat

  • 1.5 hours: from €20.60 p.p.
  • 2 hours: from €26.60 p.p.
  • 3 hours: from €38.60 p.p.
  • 4 hours: from €50.60 p.p.
  • Want to sail longer? That is of course possible

Request a quote

Requesting a quote is quick and easy. You will receive an overview directly in your inbox. Choose your preferred sailing time, catering options and any extras so that the saloon boat perfectly matches your plans.

Other options

Prefer to rent a boat for more or fewer people? No problem! We offer private boats for 12, 30, 50, 75 or even more passengers. Explore all private cruise options.

Capacity

The boat offers space for groups up to 50 people. You reserve the entire saloon boat for your party, so you can make it as cosy or as extensive as you like.

City tax

A mandatory Amsterdam city tax of €2.60 per person applies to every passenger. Please enter the number of guests so we can process this correctly.

Departure point

Our standard boarding location is next to Amsterdam Central Station, within walking distance of Stationsplein 18. Would you prefer to board somewhere else? Indicate this in your request; we are happy to think along with you.

Special wishes

Are you thinking of something special or would you like to add extra options that are not listed here? Feel free to contact us. We are happy to think along with you to arrange the cruise exactly the way you want.

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Yes, dogs are more than welcome! You can either rent a boat with your dog in Amsterdam or enjoy a canal cruise where your dog is allowed on board.

We offer 3 options:
  1. Rent a private boat and sail yourself
  2. Rent a private boat with a skipper for 30 people
  3. Public boat tours of 1 hour

We are open every day, all year round. These are our opening hours:
  • Monday: 10:00 - 22:00
  • Tuesday: 10:00 - 22:00
  • Wednesday: 10:00 - 22:00
  • Thursday: 10:00 - 22:00
  • Friday: 10:00 - 22:00
  • Saturday: 10:00 - 22:00
  • Sunday: 10:00 - 22:00

We are located at various spots in Amsterdam, depending on the boat you’ve booked. Where you start, you will also finish. Rent a boat and sail yourself:
  • Zandhoek 22, 1013 KT Amsterdam
  • Westerdoksdijk 705, 1013 BX Amsterdam
  • Nassaukade 341, 1053 LZ Amsterdam
  • Polonceaukade 20, 1014 DA Amsterdam
  • Borneosteiger 8, 1019 KM Amsterdam
Boarding locations for shared cruises: 
  • Stationsplein 18, 1012 AB Amsterdam
Boarding location for private cruises:
  • Stationsplein 18, 1012 AB Amsterdam
 

We offer various extra activities when you rent a boat from us. You pay a low rate per person. Choose the activity as an extra when booking. Extra activities for renting a small boat and self-sailing
  • Plastic fishing: €3 per person
  • Amsterdam canals quiz: €3 per person
Extra activities for renting a large boat with a captain
  • Silent disco: €7 per person
  • Amsterdam canals quiz: €3 per person

Of course! Every year we have some great offers during popular events such as King's Day, Amsterdam Gay pride and Amsterdam Light Festival. The rental of the boats usually starts 4 to 6 months in advance. So, make sure to book in advance to secure a boat.

Available boats

  • Small boats that you can sail yourself
  • Private canal boats with a captain and space for 30 people
  • Tickets for the large canal cruise boats

Do you need to sail yourself or is there a captain?

Please note: on King's Day, you always rent a boat with a captain. You can rent both the small boats and the large private canal cruise boat with space for 30 people. On other holidays/events, you are allowed to sail yourself.

Food and drinks

Regarding food and drinks on King's Day and Gay Pride: On the small boats where you are the captain, you may bring your own food and drinks. On the large boats (30-person boats), it's only allowed to bring your own food. We will arrange the drinks for you.  

Yes, we organize corporate outings, bachelor/bachelorette parties, family days, outings with friends, team events, and much more. You can rent multiple small boats to drive yourself or our large sloop with a captain, which can accommodate 30 people, along with catering and drinks. Additionally, we offer extra activities when you rent a boat from us. You pay a low rate per person. Extra activities for renting a small boat and self-sailing
  • Plastic fishing: €3 per person
  • Amsterdam canals quiz: €3 per person
Extra activities for renting a large boat with a captain
  • Silent disco: €7 per person
  • Amsterdam canals quiz: €3 per person

In addition to the regular boat fee, we are required to charge city tax at €2.60 per person. This applies to all boat rental companies in Amsterdam.

Plastic fishing is only possible when you rent a boat to sail yourself. You can book plastic fishing with us for a low rate of €3 per person. You will receive all the necessary equipment on board to fish for plastic from the canals during your boat trip, including nets and garbage bags. It’s not only a lot of fun, but also good for the environment!
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Mon till sun: 10 am – 10 pm

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Discover Amsterdam with Canal Motorboats

Sail yourself without a license
Buy a sightseeing tour ticket
Private cruise with a captain
Lowest rates
Multiple boarding locations
Around Amsterdam city center
Extra: quiz, silent disco, plastic fishing
Perfect for group outings
All boats are electric
Opening hours

Mon till sun: 10 am – 10 pm

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